Grizzley Gazette, 5th Edition

In the spirit of this holiday season, I want to extend my thanks to all of you for everything that you do for our school. As we enjoy the upcoming holidays, it is my wish that each of you receives in return the seasonal bounty of blessings and good tidings that make this holiday truly special.

Thank you for entrusting us with your most precious gift, we are so grateful for our students to be a part of the Gridley family. In the spirit of this holiday season. We hope that your family receives the blessings and good tidings that make these days truly special. We see the joy when your children express their holiday tradition and recognize the true meaning of Christmas.

It is also during this time that I am reminded of my own good fortune to serve as the proud Principal of Gridley Middle School. Indeed, my career as a public school educator has offered me a richly rewarding opportunity to teach and to learn from young people.

I believe the faces of our children best express the true meaning of this holiday season. They radiate a sense of unbridled enthusiasm, untainted hope and unabashed joy for life and the opportunities that await them. To the parents and friends of Gridley Middle School's community, please have a safe and joyous holiday season.

Respectfully,

Rosanna Ortiz-Montoya

Principal

December 2 Girls BB @Dodge at 4:30 p.m.

December 5 Orchestra/Guitar All Stars Musicians Concert @6:30 p.m.

December 12 All Bands Concert @ 6:30 p.m.

December 20 Grading Day

December 23 January 3rd - Winter Break

December 9 Tie Dye Day

December 10 Opposite Gender Day

December 11 Twin Day

December 12 Nerd Day

December 13 Holiday PJ Day

**The class that "WINS" Spirit Week get Otter Pops. Don't forget to participate!

December 2 End of Regular Season

December 5 Div. 1 Playoffs: Round 1 Boys BB & Girls VB

December 6 Div 2 Playoffs: Round 1 Boys BB & Girls VB

December 9 Div 1 Playoffs: Elite 8 Boys BB & Girls VB

December 9 Season 3 Sports Coaches Meeting 4 p.m. via Zoom

December 10 Div 1 Playoffs: Elite 8: Boys BB & Girls VB

December 12 Div 2 Playoffs: Elite 8: Boys BB & Girls VB

December 13 Div 2 Playoffs: Elite 8: Boys BB & Girls VB

December 16 Practice begins for Boys & Girls Soccer

December 16 Div 1 Playoffs: Final 4 Boys BB & Girls VB

December 16 Div 2 Playoffs: Final 4 Boys BB & Girls VB

December 17 Div 2 Playoffs: Final 4 Boys BB & Girls VB

We are going to follow the Student Code of Conduct for tardies….

Starting Monday, November 4th, we will begin applying the Student Code of Conduct (SCOC) to all tardies.

Tardy #1: If a student is tardy, the teacher will have a teacher-student conference and call home and email the parent.

Tardy #2: Give the student 1 day of lunch detention and call and email the parent.

Tardy #3: Email to Ms. Montoya, Ms. Pischansky, and Ms. Tenace to report the third tardy. The student will be assigned one day of in School Intervention (SI). Ms. Tenace will call home to inform the parent.

Tardy #4: Email to Ms. Montoya, Ms. Pischansky, and Ms. Tenace to report the fourth tardy. A parent conference will be held by administration and the student will be assigned two days of in School intervention (SI).

Tardy #5: Email to Ms. Montoya, Ms. Pischansky, and Ms. Tenace to report the fifth tardy. The student will be assigned three days of in School Intervention (SI). Administration will call home to inform the parents. The next tardy will be elevated to level 2, which will be Out of School Suspension (OSS).

Along with the tardy policy, we are now using a scanning device to record all tardies. Therefore, students are required to bring their School IDs with them each and every day. All tardies are unexcused unless the parent calls in to excuse them. If a student does not have an ID, please have them see the office to get one.

Tucson kids can get a call from Santa — you just have to sign up by Sunday 12/8/2024🎅.

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COMMUNITY FOCUS GROUP- PRESENTED BY PIMA COUNTY

In collaboration with Pima County, we will host a focus group on Racial and Ethnic Approaches to Community Health. Participants will receive a gift card for sharing their thoughts and experiences regarding access to healthy food, childcare, child education, and community involvement. Please note that participants must register for the focus group, as space is limited. Please call 520-908-3980 to sign up.

Southwest FRC | Wednesday | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Start: 12/11/24 | End: 12/11/24

IT'S OUR ANNUAL PAJAMA PARTY! PRESENTED BY SOUTHWEST FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER

Join us for a festive and cozy Pajama Party! Slip into your favorite PJs, grab some hot cocoa & cookies, and enjoy a movie, activities, and games. Meet our TUSD Departments, Community Partners, and Resources. Pajamas are optional. Please call Hermelinda @908-3980 for more information.

Southwest FRC | Thursday | 4:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. | Start: 12/12/24 | End: 12/12/24

KITH & KIN- PRESENTED BY CANDELEN

Candelen offers one of the most extensive support programs for family (kin), friend, and neighbor (kith) childcare, which is one of the country’s most common forms of caregiving. It usually includes relatives, friends, neighbors, and other adults caring for children in their home. Whatever role you play in the life of a child, our groups empower you to give kids the brightest start possible. Receive resources, materials and information on topics like:

Child Development

Health & Safety

Positive Guidance

Behavior Challenges

Nutrition

Language & Literacy

Home Safety

In this 8-week series you will get to practice new skills in each session to bring home proven strategies and confidently incorporate them into your daily routine with the kids in your care. You will have the opportunity to earn a certificate of completion and CPR/First Aid training. Please call Hermelinda @908-3980 to sign up.

Southwest FRC | Tuesdays | 10:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. | Start: 1/14/25 | End: 4/1/2025

NUTRITION LESSON- PRESENTED BY THE COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF SOUTHERN ARIZONA

Join us for a nutrition lesson hosted by the Community Food Bank! Come learn how to whip up delicious recipes using ingredients from our food boxes. We'll share helpful tips and ideas to make cooking enjoyable and easy. Please call Hermelinda @ 520-908-3980 to sign up.

Southwest FRC | Tuesday | 9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. | Start: 12/3/24 | End: 12/3/24

RECIPE BOOK WORKSHOP- PRESENTED BY SOUTHWEST FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER

Let us begin a fun and delicious project by creating a cookbook filled with our favorite holiday recipes. Please bring a dish that you love to share, whether it is a savory main course, a festive side, or a delightful dessert, and include the recipe so we can include it in our collection. Together, we will compile a beautiful book that captures the flavors and traditions of our holidays! Please Call Hermelinda @908-3980 for more information.

Southwest FRC | Tuesday | 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. | Start 12/10/24 | End: 12/10/24